. >> when vice president biden was fighting for votes in florida, the president was calling on congress to help homeowners. even as he defended his campaign's weak spot. >> so we're moving in the right direction, but we're not there yet. >> a point up for debate as the presidential candidates get ready for their first showdown on wednesday. brian moore, wbal tv 11 news. >> speaking of that debate crews in denver spent most of saturday setting the stage for that first presidential showdown. the university of denver is hosting the debate in its campus arena. about 1,000 people will receive tickets to watch the event. more than $50 million people are expected to watch the debates at home. you can see it here at 9 on tv 11. for more, head to our website wbal.com. you can find the most up to date information for state, local and national elections. >> time 5:08, 54 degrees. they were presumed dead in a house fire but now an amber alert has been issued for two tennessee children. >>> it is worth than initially thought. the number of homes damaged from a slow moving storm. >>> first a live pic